Kotda - Sayla, Surendranagar
Kotda is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Kotda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotda is 512482. The village covers a total geographical area of 1228.61 hectares and falls under the 363440 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kotda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotda
According to the 2011 Census, Kotda village had a total population of 1,299 people, including 668 males and 631 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.64%, with male literacy at 88.67% and female literacy at 72.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 179.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,299 | 668 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 121 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 91 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 879 | 485 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 183 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Kotda
Kotda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kotda
Kotda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chotila to Kotda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Kotda is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotda
Where is Kotda located?
Kotda village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotda?
Kotda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotda?
The pincode of Kotda is 363440.
What is the population of Kotda?
Kotda had a total population of 1,299, including 668 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Kotda?
Kotda had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotda was 80.64%. Male literacy was 88.67% and female literacy was 72.56%.